Bureau of Police Research and Development

Economic progress not possible without securing the country: Amit Shah

Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday spoke about the importance of law and order and challenges to internal security at the 49th foundation day celebrations of Bureau of Police Research and Development in New Delhi.

Aug 28, 2019, 13:10 PM IST

Shortage of over 5 lakh policemen in country: Ministry of Home Affairs

The Union home ministry, in a written reply to the Lok Sabha, also said that there are lesser Indian Police Service (IPS) officers in position across the country, than their authorised strength.

 

Jul 18, 2017, 19:31 PM IST

'A cop catches up on latest laws once in 18 years'

A policeman usually gets to brush up his knowledge on latest laws and rules only once in 18 years owing to gaps in holding training sessions, the BPRD chief said today.

Mar 23, 2017, 16:04 PM IST

UP's IPS officers transferred at four times the Indian average

With 200 million people, UP is India`s most populous state and does have more IPS officers than any other Indian state.

Mar 07, 2017, 12:46 PM IST

Women cops stay thirsty to avoid urination due to privacy, sanitation issues at work: Survey

Even as the government plans to induct more women into police as part of its empowerment drive, a survey conducted among those serving has found they still grapple with lack of basic amenities like toilets, uncomfortable duty gear and want of privacy.

Feb 07, 2016, 12:48 PM IST